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A Healthy Lifestyle Can Help Combat Insulin Resistance

Published August 27, 2017

Effects of Low-Carb Diets on Diabetes and Insulin Resistance

If your doctor has told you that you are insulin resistant, they probably also warned you that if you didn’t start making some changes, it could spell disaster for your health. Insulin resistance means that your body’s cells are not properly responding to insulin. Over time, this can lead to elevated blood sugar levels, which can set you up for type 2 diabetes as well as increasing your risk for heart disease, strokes, and elevated blood pressure and cholesterol levels. However, simple lifestyle changes can make a world of difference. Walking for 30 minutes a day is a wonderful way to start your exercise routine—lifestyle change is more effective when you start small and make incremental changes. Avoiding sugars and processed foods and instead focusing on lean proteins, fresh vegetables, beans, and a small amount of whole grains is not only good for your overall health, but can also help you reach and maintain a healthy weight. Read more…

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